Blood pressure numbers: what they mean and when to act
High blood pressure is the most treatable major risk factor for heart attack and stroke, yet millions carry it undiagnosed because it…
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The Mediterranean Diet: What the Evidence Actually Says
The Mediterranean diet is one of the most studied eating patterns in the world. Here is what it includes, what the research shows about its…
Dr. Nadia Okoro
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Understanding Cholesterol: HDL, LDL and What to Do
Cholesterol is not simply 'bad.' Your body needs it - but the balance between LDL and HDL matters for heart health. Here is what the…
Dr. Nadia Okoro
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The Underrated Benefits of Walking
Walking is free, low-risk and remarkably good for both body and mind - yet it is often dismissed as too gentle to count. Here is what…
Dr. Nadia Okoro
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Understanding Blood Pressure: The Numbers Explained
Blood pressure is written as two numbers - systolic over diastolic - and knowing what they mean helps you understand your own readings…
Dr. Nadia Okoro
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How to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally
Diet, activity, salt, alcohol, weight and sleep all influence blood pressure, and small changes can add up. Here are evidence-based…
Dr. Nadia Okoro
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What Is Resting Heart Rate?
Resting heart rate is how many times your heart beats per minute when you are calm and at rest. Here is what counts as normal, what changes…
Dr. Nadia Okoro
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